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Fox-cow fur

Fox-cow fur is considered sacred to the Wushras, as species in the Scrapbook, mostly inhabiting the Herudumra planet along with their fox-cows. According to Wushra mythology, the fox is cunning and the cow is honest, and together they form a creature that is smart and hardworking.
Another note is the fire aspect of the fox-cow fur. To creatures like Wushras, the fur feels hot to the touch. The Wushras link this to their sun god, who took the form of a cow.

Properties

Material Characteristics

Soft, red/orange fur. The color of fire. It looks more similar to fox fur. The ends may be tipped a darker orange, even black, while the end that was connected to the fox-cow's body is light, almost white.

Physical & Chemical Properties

It looks like fire, and to certain species, it feels like fire.
When magic is aplied, it glows a florensent yellow.

Origin & Source

History & Usage

Everyday use

It is sometimes used as medicine, but mostly used as a fire replacement in rituals.
Because of its origins in "The Sun Cow and the Fire Fox," it is believed that Pyful, the fox goddess, put all her cunning into the fur of the fox-cow, so that the fur would be able to trick all diseases away. This is how it became to be known as a "cure-all" among the Wurshas.

Cultural Significance and Usage

Fox-cow fur is from the pelt of two sacred animals that have been bred into one. It also represents the sun and other stars.

Hazards

Fox-cow fur should not be burned, least those that breathe in the air have minor hallucinations.

Distribution

Trade & Market

It is a near staple on Herudumra, so you can always ask a fox-cow farmer to sheer one of their fox-cows for you.
Type
Livestock
Rarity
Common
Odor
Odorless
Taste
Dry tree bark
Color
Bright, orange/red
Common State
Solid
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